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Minimize Stormwater Runoff
Water-efficient Irrigation
Use of Water Features
Shade Buildings
Enhance Building Ventilation
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LAa - (SMMC 7.10.060) Minimize stormwater runoff to impermeable areas

LAb - (SMMC 7.10.04.110) Specify & Install Water-Efficient Irrigation Systems

LAc - (SMMC 7.10.04.110) Restrict the Use of Water Features & Fountains

         
Suggested Practices

       
LA1 - Locate Landscaping & Landscape Structures to Shade Buildings

LA2 - Use Landscape Design to Modify Wind Patterns & Enhance Building Ventilation

LA3 - Apply Environmental Landscape Design Principals

LA4 - Incorporate Areas for Urban Agriculture & Rooftop/Balcony Gardens

LA5 - Provide Shelter & Habitat for Urban Wildlife Through Landscape Design

LA6 - Provide On-Site Composting Facilities

LA7 - Use Recycled Landscape Products & Materials

 



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